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Understanding the Key 3D Printing File Formats

Understanding the various 3D printing file formats is crucial for achieving optimal results. Different file formats serve different purposes, each offering unique advantages depending on the complexity and requirements of the project. This article will introduce and compare the most common 3D printing file types. 1. STL (Standard Tessellation Language) File structure: STL files use triangular meshes to represent the surface of 3D objects. Each triangle is described by its three vertices, which are exp......

Sep 18,2024

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G-Code 3D Printing Commands: Tutorial, List & How to Use Them

(Freepik) If you’ve ever peeked insidfe a 3D printer’s sliced file and seen a wall of cryptic letters and numbers, congrats, you’ve met G-code. It’s not flashy. It’s not forgiving. But it’s the language that tells your printer exactly how to bring your model to life, line by line, millimeter by millimeter. Most users never touch G-code because slicers handle it automatically. However, If you're serious about improving your prints, understanding G-code 3D printing isn't optional, it's essential. This i......

Fun & Functional parts to print for the summer

As hot weather hits, there’s nothing better than enjoying an ice-cold drink under the trees in your garden or a get-together with your friends for a BBQ. Imagine picking some mint and making lemonade with ice cubes on a hot summer day. But let’s be honest—without the right tools, even summer activities can feel incomplete. That’s where 3D printing comes in! We have carefully curated free 3D models for you to print if you would like to add a special and customised item to your toolkit. Whether you’re i......

4th of July: 3D Print Ideas for Independence Day

July 4th is coming up and it’s the perfect excuse to fire up your printer and flex a little patriotic creativity. If you’re the type who likes to bring something extra to the party, 4th of July 3D prints are an easy win. You get functional, festive stuff that people actually notice, no junk drawer fillers here. Below are some Independence Day 3D ideas that are fun to make, easy to customize, and guaranteed to level up your celebration. Patriotic Decor (Cults3D) Tired of those dollar-store decorations ......

5 Essential 3D Printed Gaming Accessories

(source: FreePik) 3D printing gives gamers something off-the-shelf gear rarely does: control. Control over comfort, setup, and how every piece of equipment fits into your play style. Whether you're on PC, console, or deep into tabletop gaming, there's a whole world of printable accessories that don’t just work, they work for you. You don’t need to go full engineer and build your own mouse from scratch (unless you want to). Even simple upgrades, like better controller grips or custom storage, can make ......

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How to Make Watertight 3D Prints That Hold Water

3D printing has evolved from rapid prototyping to functional product manufacturing, but there's one common limitation users still face: leakage. If you're designing vases, fluid containers, hydraulic parts, or any other item that requires a watertight seal, creating watertight 3D prints is essential. But can 3D prints hold water reliably? Yes, if designed and finished correctly. This guide breaks down the science behind waterproofing 3D parts, why prints leak, and exactly how to make 3D prints waterti......

Best 3D Printing Filament Dry Boxes 2025 & DIY Tips

Is your filament betraying you? If your prints are stringy, brittle, or making weird popping noises mid-print, it might not be your slicer settings, it could be moisture. That’s where a 3D printer filament dry box saves the day.Whether you're printing PLA in a humid room or tackling Nylon and TPU, a dry box helps prevent moisture damage and ensures consistent, high-quality prints. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about filament dry boxes, including why they matter, how to make on......

How to Calibrate a 3D Printer for Better Layer Bonding

Achieving strong, seamless layer bonding in your 3D prints doesn’t just depend on the filament you use, it starts with calibration. Poorly calibrated printers often result in weak prints that split apart, delaminate, or warp. So if you’re aiming for professional results, this 3D printing calibration guide is your blueprint. In this article, we’ll walk through how to calibrate a 3D printer step-by-step, with a focus on enhancing layer adhesion. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional engineer, mast......

How to Reduce Stringing in 3D Printing: Causes, Fixes, and Pro Tips

Nothing kills the satisfaction of a good print like a mess of wispy plastic threads all over your model. If you’ve ever wondered why my 3D print has strings? You’re not alone. Stringing is one of the most common and frustrating issues in FDM 3D printing. But the good news? It’s also one of the most fixable. In this guide, we’ll break down what causes 3D print stringing, how to reduce stringing in 3D printing, and the settings and techniques that work. What Is Stringing in 3D Printing? Stringing, also ......

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Robert Feranec creates a customized keyboard: working with JLCPCB and JLC3DP

Robert Feranec is a well-known expert in hardware design. He founded FEDEVEL Academy, which helps engineers around the world learn circuit design and PCB production through online courses and teaching videos. As a content creator on YouTube, Robert shares tutorials, tips and tricks for hardware design, and has cultivated a large number of professionals and amateurs. In this video, Robert designs a customized keyboard for video editing. As one of the world's leading PCB manufacturers, JLCPCB is committ......

JLC3DP Collaborates with Retsetman: Exploring Innovative Mechanical Design with 3D Printing

3D printing technology is widely used in mechanical design, especially in the realization of unique mechanical designs. Through 3D printing, engineers can more flexibly create complex structures and achieve rapid prototyping of high-precision parts, thus accelerating design iterations. The cooperation between JLC3DP and mechanical design blogger retsetman is a typical case. In this cooperation, Retsetman designed two extremely creative projects: a high reduction ratio "nutation swing gear" and a uniqu......

JLC3DP helps CPSdrone explore deepwater mines

During adventure to explore deepwater mines, YouTube blogger CPSdrone built a DIY submarine to try to go deep into flooded uranium mines and record the deepwater scenes with a camera. In this project, JLC3DP, as a key sponsor, provided the submarine with customized 3D printed nylon parts, which use advanced SLS technology to enhance the submarine's design durability and deepwater performance. In CPSdrone's previous waterproof tests on 3D printed objects, JLC3DP also provided bloggers with high-quality......

JLC3DP provides 3D printed parts to GodFinger for RX-78 Gundam model

3D printed spliced parts have shown unique advantages in the production of model figures such as Gundam. First of all, it can accurately restore complex details, especially in models with such complex structures and extremely demanding appearance, each part can achieve millimeter-level accuracy. Second, the spliced parts allow the model to be assembled in a modular manner for easy transport, display, and modification without the need for permanent gluing. In addition, 3D printed spliced parts can also......